Marlin Model Ballard Falling Block Single Shot .22 Rifle

Serial number 32031, 24 in. octagonal barrel fitted with front sight and later Savage Arms rear sight; receiver stamped with Marlin Patent February 3,1875 over Ballard's Patent Nov. 5 1861, walnut stock. Will require FFL transfer. Guns are only delivered to a local FFL dealer every Wednesday.

Overall length 39-3/4 in.

Private Collection New England Gunsmith

Working action; dings to stock; the barrel's exterior with tiny pits throughout; good condition.